One of the most iconic events on grand final day, the handing over of the premiership trophy and Norm Smith Medal, will go ahead but there may be a COVID-19 twist
The AFL's general manager of clubs and broadcasting, Travis Auld, confirmed the start time of the season decider in a statement.
“A night grand final is sure to be a fantastic spectacle for both the fans in stadium and the millions watching around the country and overseas.” "That's a confirmed time for us now," he said on Friday, having reached it after consultation with broadcaster Seven which has both events. "The premiership cup handover is all fine because it will all be sanitised and, if needed, they [the person handing over the trophy] can wear gloves," he said. "All the players who grab it have been in the bubble anyway. There is no issue there."
If, as expected, he is, one scenario would have him living at home under AFL protocols for a week before he left and undergoing a COVID-19 test. Another scenario could have him not needing to follow any protocols and fly in as late as match eve because there are no border restrictions between South Australia and Queensland.
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